Laundry Aide

Rochester Restorative Care Center; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Restorative Care Center is seeking a dedicated Laundry Attendant to maintain clean linens and residents' clothing, supporting a safe and hygienic environment in a nursing home setting.

You will operate commercial washers and dryers, follow infection control guidelines, label and deliver laundry, and help uphold supply levels while staying mindful of resident comfort and safety. PPE and safety procedures are essential in daily tasks.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of infection control practices and safety standards.
• Attention to detail when handling residents’ personal items.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Physical ability to lift, carry, bend, and stand for long periods.
• Compassion and respect in a resident-centered environment.
• Ability to follow directions and work as part of a healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Sort, wash, dry, and fold residents’ clothing, bedding, towels, and facility linens.
• Follow infection control and sanitation guidelines to prevent the spread of illness.
• Handle soiled laundry safely, including items contaminated with bodily fluids.
• Operate and maintain commercial washers, dryers, and laundry equipment.
• Label and organize residents’ personal clothing to ensure proper return.
• Deliver clean laundry to resident rooms and nursing units in a timely manner.
• Inspect linens and clothing for stains, damage, or wear and rewash or report as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the laundry room.
• Monitor inventory of linens and report shortages or supply needs.
• Follow all safety procedures, including proper use of chemicals and PPE.

Skills

Infection control

Attention to detail

Fast-paced healthcare

Organization

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Compassion and respect

Job description

A Laundry Attendant in a nursing home is responsible for maintaining clean, sanitized linens and residents’ personal clothing to support a safe, comfortable, and hygienic environment. This role plays a key part in infection control and resident care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sort, wash, dry, and fold residents’ clothing, bedding, towels, and facility linens

• Follow strict infection control and sanitation guidelines to prevent the spread of illness

• Handle soiled laundry safely, including items contaminated with bodily fluids

• Operate and maintain commercial washers, dryers, and laundry equipment

• Label and organize residents’ personal clothing to ensure proper return

• Deliver clean laundry to resident rooms and nursing units in a timely manner

• Inspect linens and clothing for stains, damage, or wear and rewash or report as needed

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the laundry room

• Monitor inventory of linens and report shortages or supply needs

• Follow all safety procedures, including proper use of chemicals and personal protective equipment (PPE)

Skills and Qualifications:

• Knowledge of infection control practices and safety standards

• Attention to detail, especially when handling residents’ personal items

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced healthcare environment

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Physical ability to lift, carry, bend, and stand for long periods

• Compassion and respect when working in a resident-centered environment

• Ability to follow directions and work as part of a healthcare team

Work Environment:

• Nursing home or long-term care facility

• Exposure to heat, humidity, and biohazard materials

• Requires use of PPE (gloves, gowns, etc.)

• Frequent standing, lifting, and repetitive tasks